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On Test: Formula Oro Puro disc brakes, December 7, 2006

Formula's new Oro Puro hydraulic disc brake is a true lightweight,
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The Oro Puro uses a compact master cylinder
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A flip-flop lever design makes it easy to set things up moto-style
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Formula equips the Oro Puro with a tidy two-piece, two-piston caliper
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Formula's Feeling Control System allows users to customize the pad contact point. A standard lever reach adjustment is also included.
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A variety of rotor sizes are available, ranging from 140mm
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Ergonomically, the Oro Puro works well with either of SRAM's shifter styles,
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Likewise, the Oro Puro meshes well with SRAM's twist shifters.
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Unfortunately, the configuration of Formula's Oro Puro doesn't fit well
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